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Weight

11-12 lbs

Height

9-10 inches

Color(s)

all shades of red, wheaten, black and tan, or grizzle

Overview

The Norfolk Terrier originated in England. They are loveable and sturdy and are among the smallest Terriers in the working group. The Norfolk Terrier is an affectionate breed that does not exhibit a nervous or disagreeable nature. The Norfolk Terrier is closely related to the Norwich Terrier with the most noticeable difference being the shape of the ears.

Character

The Norfolk Terrier is busy and curious. They are hardy and compact, fearless but not aggressive. They carry themselves with importance and self-confidence. They are gregarious, loyal, and in seemingly constant motion.

Temperament

The Norfolk Terrier is always ready to play and loves children. They are generally good with other dogs and cats, but may view smaller pets as prey. In some cases they may exhibit jealousy. They are amiable companions who enjoy being in a family environment. They possess sensitivity and may be stubborn. The Norfolk Terrier is a relentless and tireless worker, full of spirit. They are good watchdogs that will bark to alert their family to danger or visitors.

Care

The Norfolk Terrier requires daily brushing. They are a non-shedding breed and do not shed their coats naturally. Therefore, a professional grooming session to strip the coat twice a year is highly recommended. This allows the new weatherproof coat to come through which is an important feature of this breed. Norfolk Terriers highly prone to a genetic, life threatening heart abnormality. They are also susceptible to genetic eye problems, hip dysplasia, and patella luxation.

Coat

The Norfolk Terrier has a protective weatherproof coat that is harsh, broken, and wiry. The outer coat lies close and flat to the body. The undercoat is soft in texture. The colors of the coat include red, wheaten, black and tan. The Norfolk Terrier is non-shedding.

Training

The Norfolk Terrier can be difficult to housetrain. Crate training is the preferred method. As with any Terrier breed, firmness, fairness, and consistency are the keys to success. They are quick learners who are eager to please. Norfolk Terriers are adept in the areas of learning and performing tricks, agility, and obedience.

Activity

The Norfolk Terrier loves adventure and play. They enjoy vigorous walks on a secure leash, a refreshing swim, or a short jog. They thrive on activity. Norfolk Terriers derive great pleasure from romping in a securely fenced yard with their family. If they are left alone outside for extended periods of time they will become bored and destructive. They can adapt to apartment living provided they are given sufficient exercise and stimulation.

Ownership

Help reduce the number of Norfolk Terrier puppies in shelters by doing your due diligence. Many puppies are often purchased with little or no knowledge of what goes into parenting one. Uneducated decisions often leave the puppy in need of adoption and in the care of rescue groups. Bringing home a puppy into your family has many benefits but we first implore you to educate yourself. An informed decision will take into account the characteristics of the breed, your lifestyle, expected veterinary care, the demands and limitations of owning one, their activity requirements and levels of companionship required.

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Anonymous asked:

7/25/2013 1:10:57 PM

7/25/2013 1:10:57 PM

How often do norfolk terrier's shed, if they do at all? I'm looking at the Norfolk Terrier dog for me and sisters

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Anonymous

Norfolk terriers usually shed very lightly4/13/2014 7:46:10 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/10/2012 9:05:11 PM

10/10/2012 9:05:11 PM

i want a small dog that will go on long walks but will also snuggle up and watch tv with me. is... i want a small dog that will go on long walks but will also snuggle up and watch tv with me. is the norfolk terrier for me? if not what do you suggest?

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Anonymous

Yes, the Norfolk Terrier sounds like a good dog for you.7/15/2014 12:09:09 PM

Anonymous

If I take my Norfolk for a walk, I end up carrying her home. Not very athletic.1/7/2015 12:06:13 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/15/2012 6:11:46 PM

5/15/2012 6:11:46 PM

I want to get a norfolk terrier but I need to know:
Is it good with children? Will it get... I want to get a norfolk terrier but I need to know:
Is it good with children? Will it get along with my silky terrier? How long can it be outside alone before it starts to dig? How do you care for the coat?

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Anonymous

The Norfolk Terrier is known to be good with children. But like any relationship between a dog and a child, the interactions should always be supervised. Children need to be taught to be respectful of dogs and puppies, while puppies and dogs need to be trained to be respectful of children. If the puppy grows up with the other dog and is well socialized, then normally there is no problem. The Norfolk Terrier loves to dig. The best thing to do is to get a sand box, or make one and have a designated digging area for your dog so you don't have to worry. Or, do not allow the dog outside free-range so that he/she can not dig where you don't want them too. A groomer can help you with the coat, but in general, a 10 minute brushing a day or every two days is good.7/15/2014 12:11:58 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/1/2012 3:23:57 PM

5/1/2012 3:23:57 PM

I am thinking about getting a norfolk terrier but do they get into kill mode with smaller... I am thinking about getting a norfolk terrier but do they get into kill mode with smaller animals??????

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Anonymous

A Terrier will be a Terrier. They were bred for hunting vermin, so you must remember that they have the natural instinct to go after smaller animals. But, if you socialize your dog to other animals and train him/her as a puppy, you can counter those instincts and normally will have no issues.7/15/2014 12:13:19 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/27/2012 11:33:25 AM

4/27/2012 11:33:25 AM

I have a neighbors dog that stays at our house most of the time.She has real bad (what looks... I have a neighbors dog that stays at our house most of the time.She has real bad (what looks like mange)on the backside of her body.Can I possibly shave her hair off and treat her.I am using head and shoulders and vinegar soak and olive oil which I found on line.. She is not my dog or I would have her at the vet...

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Anonymous

If she has mange, what you are doing will not help. She needs to go to a vet A.S.A.P. Contact the owner's and get them to take her to the vet. If they refuse, then contact your local Animal Control to report neglect/abuse. Mange can kill a dog, so she needs treatment NOW!7/15/2014 12:14:35 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/16/2012 10:20:49 AM

4/16/2012 10:20:49 AM

how much is it to adopt a Norfolk terrier

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Anonymous

It depends on where you get your Norfolk Terrier from. 4/27/2012 9:12:51 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/16/2012 10:16:08 AM

4/16/2012 10:16:08 AM

what is the availability to get a Norfolk terrier in the united states

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Anonymous

Going online to the AKC website and looking for a reputable and qualified breeder will be able to give you that number. However, please note that good breeders have a wait-list and you may have to wait for a puppy. But waiting for a healthy, stable, well-bred puppy is much better then going to a back yard breeder.7/15/2014 12:16:06 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/28/2012 10:34:48 PM

3/28/2012 10:34:48 PM

how long does it take for a terrier puppy to get potty trained

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Anonymous

Anywhere from a few months to several months, depending on the individual. 4/27/2012 9:14:35 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/26/2012 10:58:43 PM

3/26/2012 10:58:43 PM

how can you train a 7 week old norfolk terrier puppy please please help me we really need help

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Anonymous

Your puppy is WAY too young to have left it's mother. You can not train a baby, so don't expect to train a puppy that is too young to have left it's mother. Contact your local Positive Reinforcement trainer for training classes.7/15/2014 12:17:37 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/19/2012 3:18:03 PM

2/19/2012 3:18:03 PM

I know of a Norfolk Terrier that makes a high pitched howling noise similar to having a fit. ... I know of a Norfolk Terrier that makes a high pitched howling noise similar to having a fit. What would cause this to happen mainly in the evenings?

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Anonymous

Maybe your Norfolk Terrier is trying to tell you something thats important maybe because he need to use the restrom or something3/28/2012 10:25:52 PM

Anonymous

Is it like "yodeling"? Our Norfolk Terrier does this and I think its so cute. She does it when she's feeling something intensely I think. Like when we all come out in the morning and she's happy to see us, or when she's anticipating something, like going for a walk. 6/10/2012 3:42:00 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/20/2011 6:33:16 PM

10/20/2011 6:33:16 PM

how long are norfolk terriers pregnant for and how many pupies will they have?

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Anonymous

Norfolk terrier's can have about 4 puppies and are pregnant for 3-5 months maybe10/31/2011 9:29:45 AM

i just adopted a norfolk terrier dog today, and we are having lots of problems with her. she is... i just adopted a norfolk terrier dog today, and we are having lots of problems with her. she is three,and she loves to go to the kitchen and eat food of the ground. what can we do to stop her?

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Anonymous

All you have to do is keep your norfolk terrier in the cage for a whole day every time she does it, put her in the cage and she doesnt like the cage so she'll stop so she wont go in the cage try that10/31/2011 9:27:01 AM

Anonymous

try and give your norfolk a stern response as in no or go lay down3/13/2012 3:51:24 PM

Anonymous

clean your floor
4/28/2013 2:46:24 PM

Anonymous asked:

6/29/2011 12:22:29 PM

6/29/2011 12:22:29 PM

I'M JUST WONDERING IF A NORFOLK TERRIER DOG WOULD DO WELL OUT DOORS. I KNOW A LOT OF SMALL DOGS... I'M JUST WONDERING IF A NORFOLK TERRIER DOG WOULD DO WELL OUT DOORS. I KNOW A LOT OF SMALL DOGS HAVE RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS IF THEY ARE OUT DOORS WHEN IT IS EXTREMELY HOT. I AM LOOKING TO GET A DOG THAT IS SOLELY AN OUT DOOR PET, AND ALL THE OTHER FEATURES OF THIS LITTLE GUY I LIKE, BUT JUST WANT TO CHECK IF HE COULD BE OUTSIDE SAFELY.

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Anonymous

yes,i have 2 norfolk terrier puppies that are 5 weeks old and they stay outside
2/1/2012 5:34:08 PM

Anonymous asked:

6/27/2011 2:29:54 AM

6/27/2011 2:29:54 AM

imagine i got a norfolk terrier puppy, and i'll probably get one when school starts back... imagine i got a norfolk terrier puppy, and i'll probably get one when school starts back up..will the puppy get destructive if left for a few hours alone most of the day????

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Anonymous

If you leave your norfolk terrier outside or inside with nothng to do it'll start digging/barking.10/31/2011 9:28:48 AM

Anonymous asked:

5/24/2011 6:23:32 PM

5/24/2011 6:23:32 PM

Is the Norfolk Terrier expensive and are they good with kids??

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Anonymous

Yes, Norfolk Terrier's are good with kids, and of course all dogs are expensive. I think you should adopt. Its free, but you have to pay for the important thingies.9/5/2011 8:45:35 PM

Anonymous

Norfolk Terrier's love kids and they are usually expensive.10/31/2011 9:31:27 AM

Norfolk Terrier's love to play with them. The Norfolk Terrier will definitly love to play fetch with them and play tag with them5/1/2011 7:52:30 PM

Anonymous asked:

11/3/2010 4:54:54 PM

11/3/2010 4:54:54 PM

Can you leave a Norfolk Terrier dog alone inside for a long period of time or will they become... Can you leave a Norfolk Terrier dog alone inside for a long period of time or will they become distructive in there too? also, can you let them roam around outside in the country with horses and no fenced in yard?
will they get along with kids under the age of 5?

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Anonymous

Adult Norfolk are exceptionally good housedogs IF they are trained properly while growing. Each dog is an individual. With excellent training they are fantastic house pets.
No, you cannot them roam unless you want to lose him. Again, with trining they will stay with you under supervision. On their own they will likely get killed by a car or predator.
Norfolks love children who are fair and gentle. They will hide from boisterous, unfair children. Even though they are terriers, they are gentle an kind hearted.
~Carol
12/13/2010 2:37:32 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/8/2010 6:38:06 PM

10/8/2010 6:38:06 PM

What do Norfolk Terrier's eat for a balanced diet?

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Anonymous

Norfolks do will on a good balanced commercial diet or the BARF diet. If the BARF diet is used make sure you understand the diet and it is well balanced.
~Carol
12/13/2010 2:39:25 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/8/2010 6:36:38 PM

10/8/2010 6:36:38 PM

How easy are Norfolk Terrier's to potty train?

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Anonymous

Small dogs in general can be a bit sneaky. I find the Norfolks do well if started off in a small area (such as the kitchen) and have them expand their area as they become trustworthy.
~Carol
12/13/2010 2:40:49 PM

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